Makinze is of American origin, a modern creation that combines elements from various names to create something unique and distinctive. It has gained popularity in recent years, particularly among parents seeking unconventional yet appealing options for their children's names.
The name Makinze experienced fluctuating popularity from 1996 to 2021, with a notable spike of 19 births in 2007 and peak years being 2000 and 2011, each with 10 births. However, it seems the name's usage has been declining since the mid-2010s, with fewer than 10 births annually from 2014 onwards, and a total of only 5 births in both 2018 and 2021. Overall, Makinze was given to 164 newborn girls over this period.